Therapists

Elisa Araujo Coelho is a clinical psychologist (CRP: 01-14763) and psychoanalyst(SPBsb/IPA) based in Brasilia with experience in the field of mental health since 2008. Since 2010, she has been in private practice, offering psychotherapy for adolescents and adults in both English and Portuguese. She sees patients in person and online, providing a thoughtful and confidential space to explore emotional difficulties, life transitions, and personal challenges.

She holds a degree in Psychology (IESB, 2009), a Specialist qualification in mental health from Instituto Anankê (2010) – where she also completed a two-year clinical internship at the Psychiatric Day Hospital. She earned a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and Culture from the Universidade de Brasília (UnB, 2013).

Elisa has extensive experience in both outpatient and intensive care settings. She worked for 15 years at Instituto Anankê as a clinical psychologist, where she also coordinated the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (2014–2017). From 2017 to 2023, she worked at the institute’s Psychiatric Day Hospital, providing individual and group psychotherapy for adolescents and adults with more complex psychological conditions.

She recently completed her psychoanalytic training program (2020-2025) at the Sociedade de Psicanálise de Brasília (SPBsb) and became a member of the institute, affiliated with the International Psychoanalytical Association (IPA), following a rigorous program based on personal analysis, clinical supervision, and theoretical training.

Her clinical work is grounded in psychoanalysis and addresses a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, emotional distress, relationship difficulties, and identity issues. She has particular experience working with intercultural challenges, supporting individuals navigating life transitions, relocation, and adaptation to new cultural contexts. She also works with patients going through periods of psychological crisis, trauma, and significant life changes.

Alberto Rodrigues C. Carvalho (CRP 01/8758) is a seasoned Clinical Psychologist, passionate about intercultural psychology. An alumnus of the University of Brasilia (UnB), he has been practicing since 2001. Being a dual citizen of Brazil and Britain, his specialty lies in aiding Third Culture Kids, adults, and migrants, applying his expertise in intercultural psychology.

Between 2004 and 2011, he served as a Clinical Psychologist at the Institute Anankê, managing a range of psychiatric disorders, and providing invaluable assessments and counselling to clients.

In 2009, Alberto ecompleted his Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and Culture from UnB, focusing on the links between mental health and migration. From 2013 to 2018, he worked as a Professor of Psychology at local colleges.

He is also certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a recognized therapy approach for trauma, enabling him to offer specialized treatment for trauma-related disorders.

In 2024, Alberto completed his Jungian Analyst Training program, after 6 years of intense theoretical and practical work. This is an accredited training offered by the SBPA-RJ (Brazilian Analytical Psychology Association), affiliated with the IAAP (International Association for Analytical Psychology). He is currently a member of the SBPA-RJ and also ANZJA (Australia and New Zealand Jungian Association) and a member of the NZPB (New Zealand Psychologists Board) and PBANZ (Psychotherapists Board of Aotearoa New Zealand).

Since 2007, Alberto has been operating a private practice, and between 2020 and 2023 he served as a National Consultant for mental health for the staff of UNICEF and UN Women.

His clinical interests are wide-ranging, covering relationship issues, depression, anxiety, panic disorder, trauma, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, and Intercultural Psychology. Committed to providing compassionate care, Alberto assists teenagers, adults, and couples through their therapeutic journey.